Koshimshet Village - Mokhada, Palghar
Koshimshet is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Dhamanshet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koshimshet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koshimshet is 551985. The village covers a total geographical area of 728 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Koshimshet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koshimshet
As per Census 2011, Koshimshet village has a total population of 2,207 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,092 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koshimshet are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,115 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 198 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,168 | 1,093 | 1,075 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 556 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 559 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Koshimshet
Koshimshet is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saturly | North | 4.35 km |
| Washala | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Dhondmaryachimet | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Met Humbhachi | East | 5.54 km |
| Met Chandrachi | East | 5.72 km |
| Khoch | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Sakhari | North-West | 7.52 km |
| Deogaon | East | 8.57 km |
| Sayade | South-East | 8.73 km |
| Avhate | East | 8.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koshimshet
Koshimshet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Block And Catch Siding Cabine No.2, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Koshimshet is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Koshimshet is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koshimshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koshimshet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koshimshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koshimshet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koshimshet
Where is Koshimshet located?
Koshimshet village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koshimshet?
The Gram Panchayat of Koshimshet is Dhamanshet.
What is the pincode of Koshimshet?
The pincode of Koshimshet is 401604.
What is the population of Koshimshet?
Koshimshet has a total population of 2,207, including 1,115 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Koshimshet?
There are 429 households in Koshimshet.
What is the literacy rate in Koshimshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koshimshet is 44.81%. Male literacy is 49.87% and female literacy is 39.65%.